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#79 The Whyos: Gang of New York
#79 The Whyos: Gang of New York
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Length:
15 minutes
Released:
Mar 28, 2009
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Podcast episode
Description
The Whyos (pronounced Why-Ohs) were New York's most notorious gang after the Civil War, organizing their criminal activities and terrorizing law abiding citizens of the Gilded Age. Find out when they lived, how they broke the law and who they were -- from Googie Corcoran to Dandy Johnny, as well as two particularly notable guys named Danny. ALSO: How much does it cost to have somebody's ear bitten off?
Released:
Mar 28, 2009
Format:
Podcast episode
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